Author: Janey Levy
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 1538266709
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Ants and aphids are insects common around homes and gardens. Homeowners, gardeners, and picnickers often consider them pests, but these insects have fascinating secret lives. Many ant and aphid species form truly remarkable mutualistic relationships. This delightful volume will captivate young readers as they discover the surprising world of ants and aphids together. An entertaining and accessible narrative addresses important science concepts. Fun facts and a graphic organizer offer even more information in comprehensible ways for all levels of readers.
Ants and Aphids
Author: Janey Levy
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 1538266709
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Ants and aphids are insects common around homes and gardens. Homeowners, gardeners, and picnickers often consider them pests, but these insects have fascinating secret lives. Many ant and aphid species form truly remarkable mutualistic relationships. This delightful volume will captivate young readers as they discover the surprising world of ants and aphids together. An entertaining and accessible narrative addresses important science concepts. Fun facts and a graphic organizer offer even more information in comprehensible ways for all levels of readers.
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
ISBN: 1538266709
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Ants and aphids are insects common around homes and gardens. Homeowners, gardeners, and picnickers often consider them pests, but these insects have fascinating secret lives. Many ant and aphid species form truly remarkable mutualistic relationships. This delightful volume will captivate young readers as they discover the surprising world of ants and aphids together. An entertaining and accessible narrative addresses important science concepts. Fun facts and a graphic organizer offer even more information in comprehensible ways for all levels of readers.
Ants and Aphids Work Together
Author: Martha E. H. Rustad
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1429652985
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
"Simple text and full-color photographs introduces the symbiotic relationship of ants and aphids"--Provided by publisher.
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1429652985
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 14
Book Description
"Simple text and full-color photographs introduces the symbiotic relationship of ants and aphids"--Provided by publisher.
In Defense of Plants
Author: Matt Candeias
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
ISBN: 1642504548
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
The Study of Plants in a Whole New Light “Matt Candeias succeeds in evoking the wonder of plants with wit and wisdom.” ―James T. Costa, PhD, executive director, Highlands Biological Station and author of Darwin's Backyard #1 New Release in Nature & Ecology, Plants, Botany, Horticulture, Trees, Biological Sciences, and Nature Writing & Essays In his debut book, internationally-recognized blogger and podcaster Matt Candeias celebrates the nature of plants and the extraordinary world of plant organisms. A botanist’s defense. Since his early days of plant restoration, this amateur plant scientist has been enchanted with flora and the greater environmental ecology of the planet. Now, he looks at the study of plants through the lens of his ever-growing houseplant collection. Using gardening, houseplants, and examples of plants around you, In Defense of Plants changes your relationship with the world from the comfort of your windowsill. The ruthless, horny, and wonderful nature of plants. Understand how plants evolve and live on Earth with a never-before-seen look into their daily drama. Inside, Candeias explores the incredible ways plants live, fight, have sex, and conquer new territory. Whether a blossoming botanist or a professional plant scientist, In Defense of Plants is for anyone who sees plants as more than just static backdrops to more charismatic life forms. In this easily accessible introduction to the incredible world of plants, you’ll find: • Fantastic botanical histories and plant symbolism • Passionate stories of flora diversity and scientific names of plant organisms • Personal tales of plantsman discovery through the study of plants If you enjoyed books like The Botany of Desire, What a Plant Knows, or The Soul of an Octopus, then you’ll love In Defense of Plants.
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
ISBN: 1642504548
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
The Study of Plants in a Whole New Light “Matt Candeias succeeds in evoking the wonder of plants with wit and wisdom.” ―James T. Costa, PhD, executive director, Highlands Biological Station and author of Darwin's Backyard #1 New Release in Nature & Ecology, Plants, Botany, Horticulture, Trees, Biological Sciences, and Nature Writing & Essays In his debut book, internationally-recognized blogger and podcaster Matt Candeias celebrates the nature of plants and the extraordinary world of plant organisms. A botanist’s defense. Since his early days of plant restoration, this amateur plant scientist has been enchanted with flora and the greater environmental ecology of the planet. Now, he looks at the study of plants through the lens of his ever-growing houseplant collection. Using gardening, houseplants, and examples of plants around you, In Defense of Plants changes your relationship with the world from the comfort of your windowsill. The ruthless, horny, and wonderful nature of plants. Understand how plants evolve and live on Earth with a never-before-seen look into their daily drama. Inside, Candeias explores the incredible ways plants live, fight, have sex, and conquer new territory. Whether a blossoming botanist or a professional plant scientist, In Defense of Plants is for anyone who sees plants as more than just static backdrops to more charismatic life forms. In this easily accessible introduction to the incredible world of plants, you’ll find: • Fantastic botanical histories and plant symbolism • Passionate stories of flora diversity and scientific names of plant organisms • Personal tales of plantsman discovery through the study of plants If you enjoyed books like The Botany of Desire, What a Plant Knows, or The Soul of an Octopus, then you’ll love In Defense of Plants.
The Population of an Old Pear-tree, Or, Stories of Insect Life
Author: Ernest van Bruyssel
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Insects
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Insects
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
The Corn Root Aphid and Methods of Controlling it
Insects: a Very Short Introduction
Author: Simon R. Leather
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0198847041
Category : Insects
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
Insects are a fascinatingly diverse and beautiful group of animals. They are found on all continents, in caves, underground, inside other insects, in rivers, lakes, puddles, and in our houses. To date, over a million insect species have been named. In this Very Short Introduction, Simon Leather explores insects' evolution, behaviour, and development, highlighting their pivotal role in supporting ecosystems across the planet. He considers the threats of environmental change, including climate change, to insects globally and the potentially catastrophic impact of insect population declines.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0198847041
Category : Insects
Languages : en
Pages : 185
Book Description
Insects are a fascinatingly diverse and beautiful group of animals. They are found on all continents, in caves, underground, inside other insects, in rivers, lakes, puddles, and in our houses. To date, over a million insect species have been named. In this Very Short Introduction, Simon Leather explores insects' evolution, behaviour, and development, highlighting their pivotal role in supporting ecosystems across the planet. He considers the threats of environmental change, including climate change, to insects globally and the potentially catastrophic impact of insect population declines.
Ants in the Home and Garden
Ants in the Home and Garden
Author: Donald E. Weidhaas
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ants
Languages : en
Pages : 12
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ants
Languages : en
Pages : 12
Book Description
Aphid Ecology An optimization approach
Author: A.F.G. Dixon
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9401158681
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
This second edition covers the evolution of aphids and their development in relation to specific plants, thoroughly revised and expanded since the first highly successful edition. Increasing knowledge of aphids has revealed that they are ideal organisms to use when studying many topical ecological issues.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9401158681
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
This second edition covers the evolution of aphids and their development in relation to specific plants, thoroughly revised and expanded since the first highly successful edition. Increasing knowledge of aphids has revealed that they are ideal organisms to use when studying many topical ecological issues.
A Way to Garden
Author: Margaret Roach
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 1604699175
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
“A Way to Garden prods us toward that ineffable place where we feel we belong; it’s a guide to living both in and out of the garden.” —The New York Times Book Review For Margaret Roach, gardening is more than a hobby, it’s a calling. Her unique approach, which she calls “horticultural how-to and woo-woo,” is a blend of vital information you need to memorize and intuitive steps you must simply feel and surrender to. In A Way to Garden, Roach imparts decades of garden wisdom on seasonal gardening, ornamental plants, vegetable gardening, design, gardening for wildlife, organic practices, and much more. She also challenges gardeners to think beyond their garden borders and to consider the ways gardening can enrich the world. Brimming with beautiful photographs of Roach’s own garden, A Way to Garden is practical, inspiring, and a must-have for every passionate gardener.
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 1604699175
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 640
Book Description
“A Way to Garden prods us toward that ineffable place where we feel we belong; it’s a guide to living both in and out of the garden.” —The New York Times Book Review For Margaret Roach, gardening is more than a hobby, it’s a calling. Her unique approach, which she calls “horticultural how-to and woo-woo,” is a blend of vital information you need to memorize and intuitive steps you must simply feel and surrender to. In A Way to Garden, Roach imparts decades of garden wisdom on seasonal gardening, ornamental plants, vegetable gardening, design, gardening for wildlife, organic practices, and much more. She also challenges gardeners to think beyond their garden borders and to consider the ways gardening can enrich the world. Brimming with beautiful photographs of Roach’s own garden, A Way to Garden is practical, inspiring, and a must-have for every passionate gardener.